The word "schizophrenia" tends to conjure ideas of hallucinations, delusions, insane asylum in the general public's mind. Most people don't think of the boring parts that consume many with schizophrenia, like lacking the motivation to get out of bed, to make friends... Host Rachel Star Withers, a diagnosed schizophrenic, and co-host Gabe Howard discuss avolition and ways to help motivate loved ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone complains about work. Having to go to work every day, working too much- working can be challenging for many reasons. Today's episode focuses on working while having schizophrenia.  Host Rachel Star Withers, a diagnosed schizophrenic, and co-host Gabe Howard share antidotes from their own work lives and speak with fellow schizophrenic Michelle Hammer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Schizophrenia does not just affect the person with schizophrenia, but their families, also. We explore the family relationships impacted by schizophrenia, both immediate and extended. Two guests join us, Chrisa Hickey, mother of an adult son with schizophrenia and started an online site for parents of children who have a severe mental illness. The other guest is Janel Star Withers, mother of host Rachel Star Withers. Janel shares her experiences with raising a schizophrenic daughter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Inside Schizophrenia our hosts tackle the topic of early onset – or childhood – schizophrenia. Host Rachel Star discusses her personal experiences with symptoms as an adolescent and Dr. Joseph Gonzalez-Heydrich from Harvard Medical School discusses some of the latest research. Listen in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An in-depth look at violence and its relation to schizophrenia. Is violence a symptom of schizophrenia? Do mass attackers always have schizophrenia? Are schizophrenics dangerous?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Ali Mattu, a clinical psychologist and assistant professor at Columbia University, joins diagnosed schizophrenic Rachel Star Withers and co-host Gabe Howard for an eye-opening discussion. They tackle misconceptions about schizophrenia often perpetuated by pop culture. Dr. Mattu explains the difference between hallucinations and delusions, and shares insights on the importance of accurate representation and support systems. They also explore how social media is reshaping perceptions and the critical role of professional guidance in managing the condition.